Ema

4★ · 2026-01-31

I'd rate my first experience with Ema a 7.1/10. The spreads were very good. We got the bhel hummus, labaneh, baba (eggplant). But the quantity wasn't that much really for two people. They give side bread which was soft and warm. The falafel...

5★ · 2026-03-29

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fresh, Airy, and Absolutely Essential Chicago Dining If you’re looking for the best Mediterranean in Chicago, Ema in River North is consistently at the top of the list. From the moment you walk in, the California-cool aesthetic—a...

5★ · 2026-05-24

Had dinner at Ema tonight with a friend and absolutely loved it. The restaurant was very busy and all the tables were booked, so we ended up sitting at the bar — and honestly, it was still such a great experience. The food was amazing. I h...

5★ · 2026-02-28

Ema is such a great spot for Mediterranean small plates and a lively atmosphere. The spreads and dips are a must, fresh, vibrant, and perfect with their warm pita. The grilled dishes were perfectly seasoned, and everything felt light yet fu...

5★ · 2026-03-29

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fresh, Airy, and Absolutely Essential Chicago Dining If you’re looking for the best Mediterranean in Chicago, Ema in River North is consistently at the top of the list. From the moment you walk in, the California-cool aesthetic—a...

5★ · 2026-06-18

The vibes and decor here are absolutely immaculate. From the moment you walk in, the restaurant feels warm, stylish, and inviting. It creates the perfect atmosphere for a memorable meal, whether you're planning a date night, a girls' night...

5★ · 2026-02-21

The service was exceptional, and the food was absolutely delicious. Our waiter , Jose, made every detail make us feel welcomed and cared for. We will definitely be returning and highly recommend this restaurant.

5★ · 2026-02-23

Immaculate service, amazing food and great vibe. I would definitely return and Andrej is an amazing server. Very attentive and friendly.

5★ · 2026-07-13

Delicious food, great staff, and beautiful ambiance.

2★ · 2026-04-22

We went for lunch today. The hummus alone was 40 minutes. One of our party had to leave after an hour and 10 minutes to go back to work. 2/3 of us got our mains maybe 40 minutes after the hummus. The third person waited another 15 minutes f...

2★ · 2026-07-18

there must have been a very big miscommunication or issue tonight because my friends and I were sat 30 mins later than our reservation and our server was doing his best while running around during our meal. the food is excellent as always b...

1★ · 2026-07-21

Today I went to Ema for lunch or at least I thought I was going to have lunch. After ordering I waited 1 hour, yes 1 full hour for a salad. It never came, the server never bothered to check in with our party. We leff. No food. No apologies....

4★ · 2026-01-31

I'd rate my first experience with Ema a 7.1/10. The spreads were very good. We got the bhel hummus, labaneh, baba (eggplant). But the quantity wasn't that much really for two people. They give side bread which was soft and warm. The falafel...

3★ · 2026-01-25

Another concept of selling you smaller portion “tapas style” plates for close to a full plate price. Charges a platform fee if you want to split the bill using their app. Food was ok

4★ · 2026-02-24

The service and atmosphere make this place amazing. The food was good but I wouldn’t say amazing especially considering the small portion sizes and prices.

4★ · 2026-06-02

Beautiful place and great tasting food all around. My only issue is that these dishes are pricey especially for the amount of food you’re getting. For 3 people we ordered 6 dishes and we were still decently hungry by the end but decided it...